Hishida Shunsō: A Master of Serene Landscapes and Beloved Cats Hishida Shunsō, a name perhaps less familiar than some of his contemporaries within the vibrant world of early 20th-century Japanese art, nevertheless holds a significant place as one of the key figures in the evolution of Nihonga – traditional Japanese painting. Born Hishida Miyoji around 1874 in what is now Iida City, Nagano Prefecture, and tragically passing away in 191…